Make Your Mark with Coach Brett MorrisMake Your Mark with Coach Brett Morris
Addict II Athlete Podcast
Coach Blu Robinson talks with Coach Brett Morris about a childhood of abuse, years of addiction, and the slow, steady rebuilding of a life through small daily actions. Their conversation focuses on self-acceptance, relapse as learning, and the power of community and consistency in recovery.
51:36•12 Nov 2024
From Five Push-Ups to a Thousand Miles: Coach Brett’s Journey Out of Addiction
Episode Overview
- Lasting change often starts with very small actions, like getting up a few minutes earlier, taking a shower, and doing a handful of push-ups.
- Relapse or slipping back does not erase progress; it can be used as information to adjust triggers, plans and expectations.
- Self-acceptance and self-love are crucial in recovery, reducing the need for outside approval and softening the shame around mistakes.
- Consistent daily habits matter more than huge goals; breaking big aims into manageable steps builds confidence and momentum.
- A supportive team or community can reflect your potential back to you, helping you believe you’re capable of more than you think.
“You either win or you learn.”
What can we learn from those who have battled addiction? This conversation between Coach Blu Robinson and new Addict II Athlete certified coach Brett Morris offers a raw, honest look at how change really happens, one tiny step at a time. Brett shares a childhood marked by abuse, bullying, and feeling “broken”, followed by two decades of alcohol and drug addiction, DUIs, divorces, and constant self-loathing.
He explains how that long stretch of pain became a kind of mental prison, and how the first real shift came when he simply couldn’t stand who he was anymore. As he puts it, “You either win or you learn,” turning the old fear of failure into fuel for growth.
The chat digs into big themes that many in recovery will recognise: wearing a mask to avoid rejection, hating yourself while desperately wanting to be better, and the shock of having people genuinely care whether you show up. Blu shares his own stories of lies, shame, and being lovingly “checked on” by his wife Marissa and others, reminding you that being called out can actually be a sign of care, not condemnation.
Brett talks through his progression from “wake up and roll into work” to a 4 a.m. routine of yoga, running, study, and self-care – a four‑year journey that started with just a shower and five push‑ups. Together, they break down why massive goals often backfire and why the real magic lies in consistency, small wins, and self-acceptance.
If you’ve ever felt like a fraud, feared failing publicly, or wondered whether you’re capable of real change, this chat might hit home more than you expect. Could today be the day you give yourself the same belief and second chances you freely offer everyone else?
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